Antique 1920s Religious Temperance Merthyr Rechabites Football Champions Medal

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Antiques, Fine Art & Collectibles
Antique 1920s Religious Temperance Merthyr Rechabites Football Champions Medal
DESCRIPTION
Antique 1920s British religious Temperance Merthyr Rechabites champions medal. British made medal made from sterling silver with a central gold cartouche. This medal was made to be suspended from a necklace or Albert chain. The Rechabites promoted education among the young and the poor in order to steer them away from the avarice of drink. they often held scripture recitals, sports days and football competitions to promote health and music competitions which were usually religiously themed as well as choir competitions. It is assumed that this was a football champions medal for the league winners for the 1924/25 season.
Marked on front: TP
Marked on back: Merthyr Rechabites Champions 1924-25
Hallmarked: Anchor (Birmingham), Lion Passant (Sterling), Date letter(A), Makers Mark (indiscernible)
This is a great piece of historical memorabilia for temperance movement or prohibition movement enthusiasts.
MEASUREMENTS
Temperance medal measures 1.5" long by 0.9" wide and weighs less than 1oz.
CONDITION
In good used condition with signs of use commensurate with age (please see all pictures as they form part of the condition description).
Our Story
​​​​​​​Yesteryear Essentials is a local, independent family run antiques store in Los Angeles, CA. It was established in 2011 by me (Pearse) and my wife (Sinead).
Every weekend we can be found at local estate sales, auction houses and flea markets searching for unique art, quality antiques and interesting collectibles to add to our store.
Whether you are looking to enhance your home decor or are an avid collector, we try to have something wonderful in stock for everyone.
Please contact us with any questions you may have.
Pearse & Sinead <3 <3
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Antiques, Fine Art & Collectibles
Antique 1920s Religious Temperance Merthyr Rechabites Football Champions Medal
DESCRIPTION
Antique 1920s British religious Temperance Merthyr Rechabites champions medal. British made medal made from sterling silver with a central gold cartouche. This medal was made to be suspended from a necklace or Albert chain. The Rechabites promoted education among the young and the poor in order to steer them away from the avarice of drink. they often held scripture recitals, sports days and football competitions to promote health and music competitions which were usually religiously themed as well as choir competitions. It is assumed that this was a football champions medal for the league winners for the 1924/25 season.
Marked on front: TP
Marked on back: Merthyr Rechabites Champions 1924-25
Hallmarked: Anchor (Birmingham), Lion Passant (Sterling), Date letter(A), Makers Mark (indiscernible)
This is a great piece of historical memorabilia for temperance movement or prohibition movement enthusiasts.
MEASUREMENTS
Temperance medal measures 1.5" long by 0.9" wide and weighs less than 1oz.
CONDITION
In good used condition with signs of use commensurate with age (please see all pictures as they form part of the condition description).
Our Story
​​​​​​​Yesteryear Essentials is a local, independent family run antiques store in Los Angeles, CA. It was established in 2011 by me (Pearse) and my wife (Sinead).
Every weekend we can be found at local estate sales, auction houses and flea markets searching for unique art, quality antiques and interesting collectibles to add to our store.
Whether you are looking to enhance your home decor or are an avid collector, we try to have something wonderful in stock for everyone.
Please contact us with any questions you may have.
Pearse & Sinead <3 <3